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Hop picking in Kent
Families working together to pick hops in the Kent countryside
The Royal Air Force Museum is Britain's only national museum dedicated wholly to aviation
Media ID 1275241
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14"x11" Photo Print
Introducing the exquisite "Hop Picking in Kent" photographic print from the Media Storehouse collection, featuring a captivating image by Charles E Brown from the Royal Air Force Museum. This timeless photograph transports us back to a simpler era, as we witness the charm of families working together in the lush Kent countryside, immersed in the traditional hop-picking season. Bring the beauty of this moment into your home and add a touch of history and warmth to your décor. Each print is meticulously produced using premium quality materials, ensuring a stunning and long-lasting addition to your living space. Experience the charm of the past with this evocative and inspiring image.
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Estimated Product Size is 35.5cm x 27.9cm (14" x 11")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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A Day in the Kentish Countryside - Hop Picking, 1920s
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In this evocative photograph, we are transported back in time to the idyllic Kentish countryside of the interwar period. Taken by Charles E Brown during his tenure with the Royal Air Force (RAF), this image captures a moment of communal spirit and hard work as families come together to pick hops. The scene unfolds in a lush, green hop garden, with rows of vines stretching out as far as the eye can see. The air is thick with the sweet, earthy aroma of ripening hops, a scent synonymous with the English countryside. At the forefront of the photograph, we see a young woman, her hair tied back in a practical bun, expertly plucking hops from the vines. Her children, dressed in their Sunday best, playfully join in, their small hands carefully selecting the ripe cones. To the left, a man in a flat cap and waistcoat leans against a basket, watching over the scene with a proud smile. His wife, her apron adorned with flowers, sits nearby, shelling the picked hops. The sun casts long, dappled shadows across the scene, adding a sense of warmth and tranquility. This photograph offers a glimpse into a bygone era, where the rhythms of nature and the bonds of family united to create cherished memories. Hop picking was once a popular pastime in Kent, with entire communities coming together to participate in this seasonal tradition. This image serves as a poignant reminder of the simple joys and shared experiences that define the human spirit. Charles E Brown's photograph, "A Day in the Kentish Countryside: Hop Picking, 1920s," is a testament to the enduring beauty and charm of rural England during a time of great change. It invites us to reflect on the power of community, the importance of tradition, and the simple pleasures of life.
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